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Poem and Symbol: A Brief History of French Symbolism,New
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Wallace Fowlie provides an uncommonly wellwritten survey of French Symbolism by way of analyzing key poems in relation to the historical and literary contexts in which they were written.The literary symbol, as it has been used since Baudelaires time, has in Fowlies view a closer relationship with the religious spirit of humanity than with any practical or didactic use. Symbolism has been a major focus of literary study since Baudelaires Correspondances, which can be seen as a succinct manifesto. It has provided an aesthetic basis for works that have elements of both myth and allegory. These are among the most impressive works of literature since 1850, which have reacted strongly against a realistic art of precision in order to reflect preoccupations that are religious and philosophical.After tracing the background of Symbolism from Romanticism to Art for Arts Sake, Fowlie considers the work of Nerval, Baudelaire, Mallarm, Rimbaud, Laforgue, Corbire, and Verlaine. He then recapitulates the major features of Symbolism and illustrates its continuity to our day. Fowlie sees Symbolism and modern poetry not as the art of rules and obstacles, but rather as the art of triumph over obstacles and the transcendence of human adventure and experience. He concludes with penetrating analyses of the poetic practice of Valry, Claudel, St. John Perse, and Ren Char.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Poem and Symbol: A Brief History of French Symbolism'? A: The book provides a comprehensive survey of French Symbolism through analysis of key poems and their historical and literary contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Poem and Symbol: A Brief History of French Symbolism' is Wallace Fowlie.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on August 15, 1990.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book consists of 172 pages.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the relationship between symbolism and religious spirit, the evolution of Symbolism from Romanticism, and its influence on modern poetry.
- Q: Does this book include analyses of specific poets? A: Yes, it includes analyses of poets such as Nerval, Baudelaire, Mallarmé, Rimbaud, and Verlaine.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to French Symbolism? A: Yes, the book is well-written and serves as a survey, making it accessible for those new to the subject.
- Q: What perspective does Fowlie provide on Symbolism? A: Fowlie views Symbolism as an art that transcends obstacles and reflects human adventure and experience.
- Q: Is there any specific literary context covered in the book? A: The book analyzes the literary symbol and its implications in relation to historical contexts since Baudelaire's time.